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The study of economy usually shows us that the best time for purchase was last year.
The study of economy usually shows us that the best time for purchase was last year.
Nothing is cheap which is superfluous, for what one does not need, is dear at a penny.
Nothing is cheap which is superfluous, for what one does not need, is dear at a penny.
It is of no small commendation to manage a little well. To live well in abundance is the praise of read more
It is of no small commendation to manage a little well. To live well in abundance is the praise of the estate, not of the person. I will study more how to give a good account of my little, than how to make it more.
The man who will live above his present circumstances, is in great danger of soon living beneath them; or as read more
The man who will live above his present circumstances, is in great danger of soon living beneath them; or as the Italian proverb says, "The man that lives by hope, will die by despair.".
Have more than thou showest,Speak less than thou knowest.
Have more than thou showest,Speak less than thou knowest.
Economy is for the poor; the rich may dispense with it.
Economy is for the poor; the rich may dispense with it.
The world abhors closeness, and all but admires extravagance; yet a slack hand shows weakness, and a tight hand strength.
The world abhors closeness, and all but admires extravagance; yet a slack hand shows weakness, and a tight hand strength.
We can no longer allow America’s dependence on foreign oil to compromise our energy security. Instead, we must invest in read more
We can no longer allow America’s dependence on foreign oil to compromise our energy security. Instead, we must invest in inventing new ways to power our cars and our economy. I’ll put my faith in American science and ingenuity any day before I depend on Saudi Arabia.
Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.
Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.